Stacy Peralta is an American skateboarder, filmmaker, and entrepreneur, born on October 15, 1965. He is best known for his role in the development of the skateboarding culture in the 1970s and 1980s. As a member of the legendary skateboarding group, the Z-Boys, Peralta helped popularize vertical skateboarding and contributed to the rise of the sport. In addition to his skateboarding career, Peralta is a successful filmmaker. He directed several influential documentaries, including Dogtown and Z-Boys, which chronicles the history of the Z-Boys and their impact on skateboarding. His work has earned him recognition in both the skateboarding and film communities.